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In the Northwest, Spring is Known as “Disappointment”

David Swidler — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:28:05 +0000

Friday was St. David’s Day, the first day of March and the first day of spring. Scientists will claim that spring doesn’t start until March 20th; however, these are the same scientists who call NASA security every single time I wander off-tour to get my astronaut certification. Spring is here, and if you live in these parts it’s a very depressing time of year.

Coffee’s for Meteorologists Only

David Swidler — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 18:00:26 +0000

Sunny days this time of year (November to early July) are rare and wonderful. A sunny weekend day this time of year, that’s paradise on earth. So when the weather reports calls for a sunny Saturday, like they did last week, and instead those all too familiar clouds hang around all day, well, it’s upsetting and makes us want to have a little heart-to-heart with our local weather team. What better time than National Weatherperson's Day?

Ask Mr. Preview: The NIT Tournament

David Swidler — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:34:16 +0000

Wait. I thought the Huskies didn’t make the NCAA Tournament, why do they have a game tonight? The Huskies did not make the tournament for the first time since 2008; however, they were selected as a number one seed in the NIT (National Invitation Tournament). The women start play in the WNIT tomorrow night, and San Francisco will host Wazzu in the CBI Tournament.

2012 Election Day Preview

David Swidler — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 20:00:07 +0000

Political Correspondent Swidler weighs in on the election people will actually vote in, rather than today's: "Today is Election Day, and it’s a total dud. I mean City Council Position 5, County Assessor, a Star Wars nerd, money for schools…zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Next year is where all the action will be, so let’s take a look at what lies ahead."

Seattle’s Greatest Pranks Revealed

David Swidler — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:42:06 +0000

WHAT YOU THINK: Water pouring into the I-90 Floating Bridge caused it to sink. APRIL FOOLS! God, answering prayers from anti-tax constituents, went back in time and sank the bridge to prevent tolls from being collected. Only later did He realize He sank the wrong bridge.

Seahawks vs. Saints: Who Has the Comedy Edge?

David Swidler — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 20:29:00 +0000

Look, America, you made Little Fockers a number one movie, gave Sarah Palin a political voice, and because of you, the Olive Garden unlimited pasta bowl is a dinner option, so don’t complain about having to watch the 7-9 Seahawks in the playoffs. My fellow ‘Mericans, you get what you deserve, so hold off on … Continue reading →